Increased seismic activity raises eruption concerns at Mount Spurr in Alaska

Mount Spurr in Alaska is experiencing increased seismic activity, with about 125 earthquakes detected weekly since early February. This marks a significant rise from around 30 earthquakes per week recorded since April 2024. Geologists from the Alaska Volcano Observatory are closely watching the volcano, suggesting that an eruption could occur in the coming days or weeks. Previous eruptions in 1953 and 1992 were small but explosive, dispersing ash over large areas. Current unrest indicates new magma may be moving beneath the volcano. While there are several possible scenarios, including no eruption, experts are monitoring the situation closely using various technologies.